RoninChaos
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I have one I used for about a year and a half at work. Never had that issue. might want to contact fiio.
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$500 cans on, this is how you dream right - Official Headphone Thread
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I have one I used for about a year and a half at work. Never had that issue. might want to contact fiio.
I have an opinion on website reviews: don't trust them. The reviewers have trained ears but most have no frame of reference to work against except "sounds better to me".I think im heading down a really dark path. While i was set on the oppo, ive been in contact with Ray Samuels about purchasing the Darkstar...it's just so damn beautiful but it requires a completely separate DAC - which will also kill my budget.
Also been looking at the BMC PureDAC.
So few sites have done a comparison vs the OPPO HA-1 so it's a really difficult decision.
If anyone has impressions on the PureDAC id really like to hear it.
On the other hand, I trust Oppo a lot. Their AV stuff is absolutely top class from performance and technical viewpoints and I trust their AmpDAC to not be behind in the slightest. Aside from that, it's your money.
Oh, and from experience: don't overspend ever. You'll justify your purchase before yourself because your wallett felt the impact and that makes your judgement cloudy.
Phat Michael
Banned
With the oppo it gives you 4x the power and 2x the voltage using balanced vs single ended.
Phat Michael
Banned
I agree with you on the oppo. I love the 105 BD player and I think they are a great company.I have an opinion on website reviews: don't trust them. The reviewers have trained ears but most have no frame of reference to work against except "sounds better to me".
On the other hand, I trust Oppo a lot. Their AV stuff is absolutely top class from performance and technical viewpoints and I trust their AmpDAC to not be behind in the slightest. Aside from that, it's your money.
Oh, and from experience: don't overspend ever. You'll justify your purchase before yourself because your wallett felt the impact and that makes your judgement cloudy.
If I get the ha-1 and decide I need more power, I can just use the oppo as a dac and get something else to use as the amplifier and connect them I guess.
Zaraki_Kenpachi
Member
Does anyone know Amazon's policy on returning open headphones? Are you able to or are you out of luck?
super-famicom
Member
I own the 271s, and really like them. They come with detachable cables (coiled and straight), and two pairs of cushions (pleather and velour; velour is the best). The sound stage is intimate, like you're front row in a small venue. Amazing mids; vocals sound great on them. There is a bass presence, nice and tight, but if you're a bass head you'd be disappointed with them. I don't own the M50s, but have spent maybe 30 minutes demoing them in store. Bass is stronger at the expense of mids, but I think they're a good all rounder for most music genres. The 271s aren't great with hip hop or other genres where the low end is emphasized.
Amazon is usually extremely reasonable with returns.
I would recommend opening up a chat with them to get a return authorization created.
thanks, i listen a lot of jazz so i will go for the 271s
Union Carbine
Member
From Musician's Friend:
From my understanding, from a listener standpoint, unbalanced audio is susceptible to much more noise than balanced. However depending on your setup (length of the cables is a big factor as well as, presumably, if there are any sources of interference around), that might be a non-issue.
If you invent a good reason, they'll take them back with no questions asked.
Zaraki_Kenpachi
Member
I really don't want that. I'm going willing to pay a 10% restocking fee or whatever. I just assumed they don't take them back after opening.
I gotta recommend the Brainwavz Hm5/NVX XPT100's over the 271s...Very similar, but I feel like the the latter phones are a bit more versatile in their overall response.
Zaraki_Kenpachi
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Yeah, they're just alright. I only liked it so far for movies since I just use my TV speakers. They're definitely an improvement but not worth the almost $200 I spent. I just don't get the enjoyment from them.you returning your X1s?
If the hardware that uses balanced input/outputs are actually designed properly (i.e actually uses differential signalling), it will reduce audibility of system noise. Balanced is called balanced because impedance remains the same at source and load. Since interference will have the same impact to both positive and negative wires, the amplifier just chucks out anything that is identical and passes the difference.
On a side note, those balanced RCA cables peddled by Monster are complete bullshit because at the end of the day, RCA cables are RCA cables.
Musicians use balanced interconnects since much of the equipment they use have extremely large impedance, put out low-level signals, sometimes are of very questionable internal condition, and the site is nearly always a jungle of cables and powered devices.
None of this is a real problem with regards to headphones...if you have balanced I/O, I would definitely use it. If you don't have balanced I/O, its doubtful you'll get anything significant out of upgrading to balanced I/O. If the Burson Audio Conductor sounds amazing to your ears, I wouldn't worry about the lack of balanced I/O. Audiophile stuff in general don't seem to make a whole lot of unwanted noise.
Big big thanks.
One more swing at that.
Also, my Hifiman RE-300h's came in and absolutely shocked me. Perfect fit, super comfortable, and sound that I did not expect.
itwasTuesday
He wasn't alone.
Some of you might be interested, the $79 Schiit Fulla portable amp/dac is out today.
http://schiit.com/products/fulla
I almost ordered it today, but gonna wait for a few reviews to come in first.
http://schiit.com/products/fulla
I almost ordered it today, but gonna wait for a few reviews to come in first.
Dreams-Visions
Member
Oh that looks nice. Might order one for my little brother.
ElectricKaibutsu
Member
That looks pretty slick.
mr stroke
Member
at full price($800?) probably
but if you can snag those HD700's for cheap I can't recommend them enough. After a week of listening to the HD700's I am blown away, they are by far the best headphones I have ever used. They blow away my other favorite cans-HiFiMan - HE-400's. And just flat out sound fucking incredible.
Yeah the 300h is pretty great. Have had mine for about a week and am enjoying them a lot.
They have a very fun sound signature.
I don't have a cable rec for you, sorry.
Of course I just bought an E10K like yesterday.
Barrylocke
Member
I got my X1's last night. I was too tired to even open the box when I finally had free time. Tonight I'm waiting for me to get a moment to myself so I can try them out.
Supposedly the Fulla is overall better than the E10K, but it uses a potentiometer vs. the volume chip in the E10K. If that's what you prefer, then you picked the right one.
I'm personally going to order a Fulla or E10K once I decide on which pair of cans to go with.
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Side note. Have any of you tried out Tidal HiFi? I just started a 2-week trial, and it seems to be much higher quality than Spotify. I'm no experienced audiophile though, so I was curious what your opinions are.
Can you explain to me, what that even means, so far as volume/SQ?
Side note: I'm still using Rhapsody for some reason. I guess I'm a ludite. They literally just started 320kps music.
Dynamite Ringo Matsuri
Member
Basically just means that the volume is controlled via an analog dial you can turn rather than incrementing with volume steps via buttons or something
m_shortpants
Member
I got my Creative Aurvana Live headphones.
My bar was pretty low, the only other headset I had was a turtle beach px21.
And WOW. These are clear. Sat and just listened to music in bliss. The Mirrors Edge OST by Solar Fields is one of my favorite game soundtracks and that sounded amazing. Listened to a bunch of other stuff too.
Now to try them with some blurays and games...
And these aren't even high end. I still have so many levels of audio orgasms to experience in the future.
My bar was pretty low, the only other headset I had was a turtle beach px21.
And WOW. These are clear. Sat and just listened to music in bliss. The Mirrors Edge OST by Solar Fields is one of my favorite game soundtracks and that sounded amazing. Listened to a bunch of other stuff too.
Now to try them with some blurays and games...
And these aren't even high end. I still have so many levels of audio orgasms to experience in the future.
yes, it should be fine
Great news indeed.
Easy question that my googlefu is letting me down answering: what, if any, comply foam tips are compatible with the vsonic gr07 bass editions? And if none (which the comply page seems to suggest), what tips exist that can do a similar job?
I'm primarily interested in tips that don't wriggle loose while lawn mowing or gentle exercise. I'm currently using reasonably large, black double flanged rubber tips that came with the gr07s and they work merely OK.
Also, when you suddenly feel the need to have another pair of cans in your collection, is it called getting itchy ears? Like itchy feet when you're bored?
I'm primarily interested in tips that don't wriggle loose while lawn mowing or gentle exercise. I'm currently using reasonably large, black double flanged rubber tips that came with the gr07s and they work merely OK.
Also, when you suddenly feel the need to have another pair of cans in your collection, is it called getting itchy ears? Like itchy feet when you're bored?
How is this compared to a Fiio E07K?
m_shortpants
Member
Just listened to "The Last of Us" from TLOU soundtrack with the new headphones
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can't even imagine higher end headphones
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can't even imagine higher end headphones
Well, it doesn't have an internal battery for one, so some of the use cases are going to be different. You may be able to use it with your mobile device, but it will drain the battery.
I'm planning on getting the AKG Q701 and maybe an E17 or JDS O2 to go with my FiiO X1. Does that setup sound good/coherent for someone on a budget?
Also, would that make my 320kbps mp3 music collection sound terrible? At what point does it make sense to go to higher resolution files?
Also it seems like the Senn. HD600 is pretty much the gold standard in the $200-$500 range, but many people are praising the AKG K701/K702/Q701 and even saying it sounds better than the HD600. Clearer details, better soundstage, etc. I'm obviously leaning to the Q701 since it's only $190.
What's GAFs opinion on this comparison?
Edit: And the Schiit Fulla I guess now. I wonder how that will compare to the E17...
Also, would that make my 320kbps mp3 music collection sound terrible? At what point does it make sense to go to higher resolution files?
Also it seems like the Senn. HD600 is pretty much the gold standard in the $200-$500 range, but many people are praising the AKG K701/K702/Q701 and even saying it sounds better than the HD600. Clearer details, better soundstage, etc. I'm obviously leaning to the Q701 since it's only $190.
What's GAFs opinion on this comparison?
Edit: And the Schiit Fulla I guess now. I wonder how that will compare to the E17...
The headphones I've been using for the last few years stopped working today. They were relatively cheap, so I'm planning to spend a bit more coin and buy a high quality pair.
I was considering the Sennheiser 598, but the stuff I read in another topic about the comparatively poor bass sound is kind of scaring me off (I listen mostly to bass-heavy rock and metal).
Can somebody recommend me a good pair? I know almost nothing about this stuff and I'm looking for similar quality/price as the aforementioned 598s
I was considering the Sennheiser 598, but the stuff I read in another topic about the comparatively poor bass sound is kind of scaring me off (I listen mostly to bass-heavy rock and metal).
Can somebody recommend me a good pair? I know almost nothing about this stuff and I'm looking for similar quality/price as the aforementioned 598s
Dreams-Visions
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Robobandit
Member
I don't have a real need for it... but I ordered a Fulla from Schiit for fun.
I can use it with my notebook or my surface at work if nothing else
I can use it with my notebook or my surface at work if nothing else
Dynamite Ringo Matsuri
Member
I wouldn't worry about it to be honest. As long as it's well encoded 320 MP3 or AAC you should be fine. The need for FLAC and higher res files is hilariously overstated. Save your space for something else.
victreeb3l
Member
Hey guys,
Need recommendations for new headphones. I've had my ATH-M50s for about 2 years now I think and they're great but I'm thinking about getting a new pair for home use and leave the M50s at my office so I dont have to carry em every day.
I love the M50s but I would like more noise cancellation and more ear comfort. Since these new ones will be for home use only, I dont mind if they look kinda crazy. Budget is $250 but I can go up to $300 if theyre really worth it!
Need recommendations for new headphones. I've had my ATH-M50s for about 2 years now I think and they're great but I'm thinking about getting a new pair for home use and leave the M50s at my office so I dont have to carry em every day.
I love the M50s but I would like more noise cancellation and more ear comfort. Since these new ones will be for home use only, I dont mind if they look kinda crazy. Budget is $250 but I can go up to $300 if theyre really worth it!
How well your music was mastered should be your only real concern really. Unfortunately the reality is most newer stuff is way too loud. That was the biggest shocker for me when I got my first half decent pair of headphones. I personally still do rip my CDs to FLAC but I'd be lying if I said I could actually tell the difference between 320 and lossless.
m_shortpants
Member
You guys found me at a time in my life when I have disposable income....
I need to stay strong.
Are you looking for open headphones specifically? What exactly is your budget? What kind of music do you like most?
GreenTornadoX
Member
I haven't seen any headfi artricles for the MQbix MQHT series of headphones, are they any good? (The monoprice 8323's cups were a tad too small and they were a tight grip on my head)
They got cool colors and are only around $18 USD. I like this color:
They got cool colors and are only around $18 USD. I like this color:
Phat Michael
Banned
If you go $200 more you can get the Hd800s from buysonic. Totally worth it for Sennheiser's best set.
Let's be honest probably not. Spend a little more and get some Panasonic RTF600 if you care about sound.
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